Officer Mike Fletcher, a K-9 handler, and his partner, Jardo, an 8-year-old male Belgian Malinois, greet the public during a barbecue and safety fair for National Night Out held at Bonita Canyon Sports Park in August.

Officer Mike Fletcher, a K-9 handler, and his partner, Jardo, an 8-year-old male Belgian Malinois, greet the public during a barbecue and safety fair for National Night Out held at Bonita Canyon Sports Park in August. (KEVIN CHANG, Daily Pilot)

Officer Mike Fletcher, a K-9 handler, and his partner, Jardo, an 8-year-old male Belgian Malinois, greet the public during a barbecue and safety fair for National Night Out held at Bonita Canyon Sports Park in August.